Transport Assistant

My Farnborough based client is looking to recruit a Transport Managers Assistant to help with, maximising efficiency in all areas of the operation including labour/vehicle usage/route planning.

Duties will include -

Ensuring that vehicles are maintained in line with operator license required.

Co-Managing the drivers and on-site admin.

Utilising industry knowledge to drive the department forward.
Ensuring office systems are maintained and kept up to date
Coordinating the fleet of drivers.
Schedule and route plan for work to be completed
Speak to new and existing clients
Keep drivers and clients updated in regards to any traffic issues or delays in the deliveries
Ensuring all deliveries are completed in agreed time-scales
Handling any complaints and resolving issues where possible
Daily administrative and duties
Early start to allow vehicles to get onto major roads without the traffic.
Ensuring Vehicles are inspected by relevant garages every 8 weeks
Maintain and exceed targets
Working closely with the Transport manager and alongside the Hire Controller's.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills / experiences.

Route planning experience
Good administration and customer service experience
Excellent telephone manner required as you will be dealing with customers over the telephone
Knowledge of the construction industry would be an advantage
Experience of working in a fast paced working environment
CPC licence holder would be advantageous.